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Title: Painting parts
Post by: junk301 on May 17, 2011, 11:39:21 AM
Hello,

I have a headlight mounting bracket that i bought at a discount but it's in a chrome finish.  I also want to paint my front brake lever and my rear brake lever.  What type of paint shoudl i use.  Is there any need to strip off the paint?
Title: Re: Painting parts
Post by: noiseguy on May 17, 2011, 11:49:06 AM
Need to scuff / remove chrome with abrasive before paint. Should prime it as that point as well with a metal prep primer (red oxide or other.) 

Lever will require a paint that sticks to aluminum. Wheel / hubcap paint will stick.

Wipe with lacquer thinner prior to paint to remove oils.
Title: Re: Painting parts
Post by: junk301 on May 17, 2011, 12:18:13 PM
Thanks, ill do just that.